EPISODE #111
🎙 From War to Sales: Julia's Inspiring Journey
Guest: Julia Vodolazska, SDR at Cronofy
💡 Summary
In this heartfelt episode of the SDR DiscoCall Show, Neil Bhuiyan interviews Julia Vodolazska, a Ukrainian tech sales professional who shares her inspiring journey from Ukraine to the Netherlands amidst the war. Julia discusses her early sales experiences, the resilience she built during wartime, and how community and empathy shaped her path. Through her story, she offers invaluable insights on navigating adversity, focusing on personal growth, and maintaining mental health during challenging times.
🔥 Key Takeaways
- Resilience is essential in overcoming adversity.
- Empathy strengthens both sales and personal relationships.
- Support from community and loved ones is invaluable.
- Focusing on what you gain rather than what you lose can foster growth.
- Consistency and persistence open doors.
- Self-care and mental health are critical during tough periods.
- Reflecting helps make better decisions.
- Each experience contributes to personal development.
- You have the power to shape your own narrative and future.
🕒 Timestamps
- 00:00 – Introduction
- 02:01 – Meet Julia: A Journey from Ukraine to Tech Sales
- 05:43 – Julia’s Early Sales Experiences and Resilience
- 11:22 – Navigating the War: A Personal Account
- 18:39 – Transitioning to the Netherlands and New Beginnings
- 24:29 – Navigating Job Search Challenges
- 27:43 – Resilience in the Face of Adversity
- 34:14 – Finding Strength in Community
- 39:28 – The Journey to Employment
- 42:28 – Overcoming Housing Instability
- 47:59 – Lessons in Self-Worth and Empowerment
- 52:43 – The Importance of Presence and Choice
🎙 Soundbites
- "You have only one chance to make it happen."
- "Stop and look around once in a while."
- "You're amazing, you don't understand that."
🔗 Guest Links
Connect with Julia on LinkedIn
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